WA Cattle Growth Leader | Livestock Operations

Elders; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Elders is seeking a WA Livestock Manager - Cattle to lead the cattle business across Western Australia. In this senior role you will drive growth, oversee operations and ensure alignment with national livestock strategy.

You will work with branch teams, stock agents and industry stakeholders to build relationships, seize market opportunities and deliver strong commercial outcomes for Elders’ cattle network.

Qualifications

• We need related tertiary livestock or agribusiness qualification, or equivalent experience.
• Full unencumbered driver’s licence; Q Fever vaccination or immunity.
• Extensive WA cattle industry experience with market and network knowledge.
• Ability to generate cattle demand and build relationships with producers and buyers.
• Proven people leadership to coach cattle and sheep teams.
• Strong communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of NLIS, animal welfare, and biosecurity; proficient computer skills.
• Accreditation: AuctionPlus Assessor, ALPA accreditation or Low Stress Stock Handling will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead the WA cattle strategy to drive growth and market share across the region.
• Build relationships with cattle producers, vendors, buyers and industry stakeholders.
• Identify market opportunities and drive informed business decisions with market insights.
• Lead and develop cattle agents and teams, collaborating with Sheep colleagues.
• Drive process improvements and operational efficiency across livestock operations.
• Oversee regional saleyard activities and ensure delivery of commercial objectives.
• Manage regional P&L, capital utilization and risk controls.
• Uphold safety, compliance, animal welfare and biosecurity standards.

Skills

Cattle industry experience

Leadership & coaching

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation & influencing

Problem-solving

Education

Tertiary livestock/agri qualification

Tools

NLIS knowledge

ALPA accreditation

Low Stress Stock Handling

Job description

Elders is seeking a WA Livestock Manager - Cattle to lead the cattle business across Western Australia. In this senior role you will drive growth, oversee operations and ensure alignment with national livestock strategy.

You will work with branch teams, stock agents and industry stakeholders to build relationships, seize market opportunities and deliver strong commercial outcomes for Elders’ cattle network.